Manila, Feb. 13 -- National University is all set to defend the men's and women's crowns in the 87th season of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) collegiate volleyball tournament scheduled to kick off this weekend at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

The Bulldogs are targeting a fifth consecutive title, while the Lady Bulldogs are seeking their third title in four seasons.

"All the teams have prepared for this season, we will do our best to defend our title," Bulldogs head coach Dante Alinsunurin said during the league press conference at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on Thursday.

Out to dethrone NU are University of Santo Tomas, De La Salle University, and Far Eastern University which have beefed up their rosters, whil...